Description

5-Methyl-2-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring a thiazole core and a trifluoromethylphenyl group, is critical for imparting specific biological activity and metabolic stability in drug molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to synthesize novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring targeted bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the thiazole and trifluoromethyl motifs enhance efficacy.
• Material Science: Serves as a specialized monomer or additive in the research of advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Biochemical Tool: Utilized in biochemical research as a probe or inhibitor to study specific enzymatic pathways and biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-2-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	343322-66-7
Molecular Formula	C12H8F3NO2S
Molecular Weight	287.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Thiazolecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-2-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 2-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-5-methylthiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-2-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 343322-66-7; 5-Methyl-2-(α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl)-4-thiazolecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-2-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.